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greeting

/ˈɡɹiːtɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Noun

    A friendly and welcoming expression or message.

    - "He gave me a warm greeting when I arrived."
    - "The crowd gave the team a rousing greeting as they entered the stadium."

Variants
List of all variants of greeting that leads to same result
greeting , greetings , greet , greeted , greeter , greeters , greets , grat , grutten , greeting card , greeting cards , in greeting
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'grecan' meaning to receive or welcome.


Trivia
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  1. Did you know that in some African cultures, people greet each other by asking about each other's health and well-being?

  2. In Japan, it is customary to bow when greeting someone as a sign of respect.


Related Concepts
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  1. Salutation: A formal greeting, often used in written communication or formal settings.

  2. Greetings card: A card that is given to someone as a way of expressing good wishes or congratulations.


Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In many cultures, a greeting is an important social custom that helps to establish rapport and build relationships.

How to Memorize "greeting"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a friendly face or a welcoming gesture to help remember the meaning of greeting.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'greeting' with the feeling of warmth and friendliness.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Gives Respect, Encourages Warmth' to remember the meaning of greeting.


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